What questions should you ask to assess the compatibility of a flight instructor, and how can you switch instructors gracefully if yours isn’t a good fit?
Flight Instructors: Finding One That Soars
Key Takeaways:
- When choosing a flight instructor, prioritize personal compatibility and trust by asking yourself if you will enjoy spending time with them, if you trust their knowledge and commitment to safety, and if you can form a productive working relationship.
- Thoroughly research potential instructors by checking professional associations (SAFE, NAFI), seeking referrals from designated pilot examiners (DPEs), and interviewing them about their experience, student success rates, training syllabus, and career aspirations.
- It is acceptable to switch instructors if the fit isn't right; you can politely state you've found a better fit, or address the issue with a chief flight instructor if at a school, as many students fail to finish due to instructor compatibility issues.
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